What was the first tractor to offer factory power steering?

When I was a kid my dad bought a Behlem power steering unit for our Farmall M in 1952, but it was after market. Our 1952 DC had no such option. I think the first tractor I saw with factory power steering was a 1955 Ferguson 35. Our 1955 Case 400 didn't have it. Did the Big Case 600 offer power steering in 1954? Was that the first tractor with factory power steering?

Re: What was the first tractor to offer factory power steering? in reply to Camboted, 07-17-2014 01:51:25

Some of the heavy industrial tractors from Twin City claimed to have a factory power steering option in the 1920's - supposedly they were too heavy on front steel to maneuver without it. Not sure how it worked.

Re: What was the first tractor to offer factory power steeri in reply to 1031D, 07-18-2014 06:22:33

Color war? I own 2 Case 500s, one L, 600 combine, SP 12 combine, and a CE engine. I also own several IHs, JDs, a Massey 55, Gambles 30, and Oliver 99. I like most tractors which is why I have a variety collection and I study them and the history behind them. I can bash down a JD just as thoroughly as a Case. Take your pick. The guy asked who had the first power steering and I posted what I know. Don't assume I champion just JD because my name is Greenenvy.

Re: What was the first tractor to offer factory power steeri in reply to Camboted, 07-17-2014 01:51:25

I might be wrong on this but Deere might have had power steering in 1954. The numbered series started in 1953 but I've heard power steering wasn't offered in the numbered series till the next year which would be 1954. Correct me if I'm wrong. Jim

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